The Concept of Category in Philosophy
A comprehensive guide to the concept of category in philosophy, exploring Aristotle's Categories, Kant's Critique of Pure Reason, and Hegel's Science of Logic.
Metaphysics
The Distinction between Names and Predicates: Aristotle's Fallacy
Aristotle's philosophy had a profound impact on Western thought, but his ideas were not without flaws, particularly in understanding the relationship between names and predicates.
The Limits of Testimony and Induction
An in-depth exploration of the philosophical debates surrounding the role of testimony and induction in establishing metaphysical truths.
Aristotle's Influence on Logic
Aristotle's influence on logic was profound, shaping Western philosophy for centuries with emphasis on syllogistic reasoning, dialectic, and language.
The Evolution of Governance: A Historical Analysis
An in-depth analysis of Aristotle's Politics, examining his views on governance, power, and cultural achievement in historical context.
The Ideal Education: Virtue and Citizenship
Aristotle's views on education emphasize shaping citizens for their respective governments, focusing on developing virtues rather than mere utility.
The Conflict of Oligarchs and Democrats in Aristotle's Political Thought
Aristotle's work on revolutions explores the conflicts between oligarchs and democrats in ancient Greek city-states, revealing insights into the causes and consequences of political instability.
The Nature of Good Government
Aristotle's theory of good government emphasizes the importance of ethics in governance, prioritizing the common good over individual interests.
Plato's Utopia: Critique by Aristotle
Aristotle critiques Plato's Utopia, arguing that it would lead to loss of individual freedom and diversity.
Aristotelian Notions of Human Nature and Social Order
Aristotle's philosophy emphasizes the importance of cultivating virtues and living in accordance with reason for achieving eudaimonia, or a life of happiness and fulfillment.
Aristotle's Politics: A Source of Enduring Principles
An accessible guide to key arguments and concepts, explaining how a philosophical view emerged, what it claims, and why it matters today.
Aristotle's Unity of Metaphysics and Ethics
Aristotle's metaphysical theories imply a deep connection between his views on ethics and the nature of reality, influencing the development of virtues and character traits in humans.
The Merits and Demerits of Aristotelian Ethics
An accessible guide to key arguments and concepts, explaining how Aristotelian ethical views emerged, what they claim, and why they matter today.
The Philosopher's Happiness
The concept of happiness in ancient Greek philosophy is explored through the ideas of philosophers such as Aristotle, who argued that living a life of reason leads to the development of virtues essential for achieving happiness.
The Nature of Pleasure in Human Experience
Exploring the concept of pleasure as it relates to human experience, emphasizing its connection to virtuous activities and reason-connected pleasure.
The Good of the Whole: A Philosophical Exploration
Exploring the fundamental question of ethics and politics, examining German thinkers' views on the relationship between state and individual morality.
The Natural Order of Relationships: Aristotle on Hierarchy and Obligation
An examination of Aristotle's philosophical thoughts on relationships and obligations, exploring his concept of the natural order and its implications for social hierarchy.
The Justice of Mastery and the Concept of Friendship
A philosophical exploration of justice in master-slave relationships, examining Aristotle's views on fairness, right conduct, and moral rectitude.
The Concept of Happiness and Virtue
Aristotle's concept of happiness as an activity of the soul, achieved through virtue cultivation, emphasizing reason, contemplation, and moral intellectual virtues.
The Concept of Individuality in Aristotle's Philosophy
Aristotle's view on individuality emphasizes both diversity and unity, highlighting the body and rational soul as key components.